Making A Difference - A Family Together

We received the following note from the Mack Family, who donated and helped pack a barrel for Haiti...

We were honored to be a part in the recent Haiti Barrel Donation Project.  Knowing that there are many children and families in Haiti who have so very little to meet their daily needs, we were more than happy to give since our family has been blessed in so many ways.  I believe this event not only helped to remind our children about how fortunate they are, but it also reminded all of us how lucky we are to be a part of a church that works so hard to help others near and far!!  Our kids, DJ, Jalynn, and Mason, have had opportunities in the past to be a part of similar donations through Sunday School and Friday night activities.  This time was extra special because we did it as a family

and with the guidance of our very own mother and grandmother, Sister Cris.  Jalynn was especially excited to find stuffed animals to donate to other children, knowing that she had so many and there are kids in Haiti who have never even had one.  Sister Cris shared special thoughts with us about how important it has been for our church to help in Haiti by sending these barrels.  It did not take long for all of us to do our part to fill the barrel...We filled one, but the kids actually wanted to fill more of them!

Damon, DJ, Jalynn, Mason and I (Jennifer) look forward to many more opportunities to help other families for many years to come!

New Desks for Blessings Lighthouse School!!

Funds Raised through Birdies for Charity 2011 & 2012 were used to purchase new student & teacher desks at the Blessings Lighthouse School in Misisi Compound, located in Lusaka, Zambia!

Bishop Misika shares these words:
 "God is great, and this can only be His doing!  I could not believe my eyes as the school desks started arriving from the workshop!  I recall how much 'pleading' I received from school management over desks, as the pupils were using church benches and chairs, and over time these starting breaking.  The Blessing Lighthouse School management and the church leadership remain very grateful to God for all the donors for this timely donation.  We are proud that this School stands out to be the only school out here providing orphaned and vulnerable children with a conducive learning environment."

Teacher's desk were very basic and falling apart!

Delivery of new teacher desks!!

Teacher using her new desk!!

Student desks were benches & in poor condition

This classroom didn't have desk tops

Delivery of new student desks

Students sitting on new desks in their classrooms

Notice the sturdy construction of metal with wood tops

Hurricane Sandy Relief

A great big THANK YOU to all who participated

in our collection for Hurricane Sandy Relief:

Tom Kulig

Tom Kulig - for your huge heart to take action - thank you for partnering with us in this effort, and for your generosity in covering the expenses for the box truck rental and driving to New York to make the delivery.  We are glad to have met you, and even happier to call you our friend!


Donors - for your kindness to dig down deep, and give once again.  God's word speaks of His blessings that are sure to come your way, because you have considered the needs of others!  Luke 6:38

Faithful WWLM Volunteers - for ALWAYS being there!  We could never do what we do without YOU!  You are the truest missionaries... whenever the call comes - you answer "Yes!"  Thanks for being a part of our team!




FGIChurch Youth Activities - for your willingness to be a part of loading the truck.  It was a night filled with joy and excitement for the younger generations to have a hand in blessing those in need - their heart was truly in all they did.  Your notes of love & prayers brought smiles and warmth to the hearts of the workers that will be distributing the aid and they will be sharing that same love with all those they bless.

Hope NYC Church - for keeping your doors open for the needy of your community, and for sharing God's love to all who come to you.  God will truly reward you for continuing to be His hands extended.  Our prayers are with you as you make a lasting impact for Christ in this day!

Through the combined efforts of all involved, we were able to deliver 6 pallets of aid on Saturday 1/19/13 to Hope NYC Church!  They were very appreciative for the outpouring of love shown through this giving and are blessed to know that through this support they will be able to continue to meet the needs of those devastated by Hurricane Sandy! 

God Bless You All!

Peanut Butter Collection

A Peanut Butter Plea!

 While the Edmé family from Mission of Hope International (Haiti) is visiting the U.S., they will be collecting jars of peanut butter to ship back to Haiti.  As our most recent mission team experienced first-hand while in Haiti, this is a very valuable 'resource' ☺

From now until Sunday, Oct. 7th, WWLM will be collecting all types of peanut butters and nut spreads. Donations can be delivered to WWLM's Donation Facility located at 723 Main Street, Manchester, CT during donation hours of Mon - Thurs, 9am-4pm (closed 12-1pm).

 

Let's get NUTTY and

SPREAD the word!

Learn more about 

Mission of Hope International 

mohintl.org 

 

HELP TORNADO VICTIMS IN JOPLIN, MISSOURI

In May 2011, a Tornado ravaged the entire community of Joplin, Missouri.  95% of the inhabitants no longer have a place to live.  Massive efforts have been on-going to rebuild & while progress is being seen, much work remains.

World-Wide Lighthouse Missions (WWLM) has found 2 wonderful ministries that have committed to being a resource to their community until all has been restored.

CAN WE HELP?

YES, WE CAN!

On Oct. 10th WWLM will be loading a trailer of aid ~
You can help by donating the items listed.

 

Any Questions?

Contact WWLM’s Donation Manager:
Crisaundra Mack
860-645-4198
cris@wwlm.org 

The Following Items are Greatly Needed

for Rebuilding The Lives of Joplin, Missouri:

Food Canned Goods Non Perishable Items Noodles, Rice, "Hamburger Helper" Peanut Butter & Jelly Condiments Tea & Coffee Bottled Water Juices Bottled & Canned Soda Gatorade (Bottles & Ind. Powdered Pks)	Furniture Beds (all sizes – Mattresses, Box Springs, Frames) Couches & Love Seats Dining Room Table & Chairs Dressers End Tables Lamps	Appliances Refrigerators Freezers Stoves Window A/C Units Box Fans Microwave Washers & Dryers Toasters Can Openers
Cleaning Supplies Bathroom Cleaner Disinfectants Buckets Mops Brooms Vacuum Cleaners Dish Soap Bleach Garbage Cans & Trash Bags	Laundry Items Laundry Detergent Bleach Dryer Sheets & Fabric Softener Laundry Baskets	First Aid Items Bandages Tape & Gauze Triple Antibiotic Cream Sun Screen Insect Repellent
Paper Products Paper Plates Paper Cups Paper Bowls Napkins Ziploc Bags (all sizes) Facial Tissue Bathroom Tissue Paper Towels	Items For Resource Center Large Tents for Storage File Cabinets Shelving 8ft Collapsible Tables Folding Chairs Hand Carts Tractors Generators Lawn Mowers	Pantry Staples Flour Sugar Salt & Pepper Spices Cooking Oil
Toys NEW Toys NEW Bikes NEW Books NEW Stuffed Animals	School Supplies NEW Back Packs NEW Pencils NEW Crayons NEW Notebooks NEW Markers NEW Glue Sticks NEW Construction Paper NEW Scissors NEW Lunch Boxes	Baby Items Car Seats Pack and Plays NEW Baby Clothes High Chairs Baby Formula Diapers Baby Wipes Baby Toiletries (powder, shampoo, etc.)
Linens Sheet Sets (all sizes) Pillows Blankets & Comforters Towels & Wash Cloths	Toiletries (NOT Travel Sizes) Shampoo & Conditioner Bar Soap & Body Wash Toothpaste & Toothbrushes Deodorant Men & Women's razors Shaving Cream Feminine Items	Clothing (ONLY items listed) NEW Men's Socks & Underwear NEW Women's Undergarments NEW Men & Women's Shoes NEW Maternity Clothes NEW Extended Sizes & Plus Sizes
Household Items NEW Dish sets NEW Silverware NEW Serving Utensils NEW Pots & Pans NEW Cooking Utensils NEW Computers & Laptops	Misc. Items Batteries (all sizes) Tarps & Rope Gas Cans Rain Ponchos Duct Tape Box Cutters Work Boots & Work Gloves Exerosorm Wrap

THANK YOU FOR RESTORING HOPE TO A DEVASTATED COMMUNITY!

God Bless You!